FOOD PANTRY - emergency bag of food provided, no more than once every 2 weeks. SNAP Program through the food bank comes the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month 5 pm-6 pm, and the 2nd and 4th Fridays 10:30 am-1 pm, to help individuals obtain food stamps.

HEALTH CLINIC the third Wednesday of each month 12:30 pm-2:30 pm

STREET OUTREACH and advocacy

INFORMATION AND REFERRAL

GASOLINE assistance, first come first served first working day of each month; must show valid drivers license, registration, and car insurance once every 6 months. Bus pass referrals are available to take to Good Neighbor Center for one free bus pass, every 6 months.

NUTRITION COUNSELING for the homeless and low income by appointment only. Cooking classes are offered for children and adults.

VISION CARE for homeless or near homeless adults and children once in a lifetime

THANKSGIVING DAY dinner served 5:30 pm-6:30 pm; open as usual Christmas Eve and Christmas Day lunch served 11:30 am-12:30 pm, dinner served 5:30 pm-6:30 pm.

HOMELESS IDENTIFICATION PROJECT assists homeless people with obtaining birth certificates or other identification necessary for employment, housing and community services; must have no income; once in a lifetime.

LIFE SKILLS ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM offers a basic life skills class, once a week for six weeks, to help alleviate homelessness Classes cover parenting, budgeting, landlord/tenant issues, nutrition, employment skills, self-esteem and self-advocacy

TRANSITIONAL HOUSING for Chronically Homeless Men provides a sober living environment.

CASE MANAGEMENT for individuals and families who are eligible for the Homeless Voucher Program.

SHOWERS and LAUNDRY for homeless during regular business hours Mon-Fri only. Free haircuts are given once a month.

SUBSTANCE ABUSE counseling and evaluations for homeless individuals. Also a 15-hour Alcohol education class occurs the 4th weekend of each month. A fee is required to register for class. Clients can register by fax preferably on line.

FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES offers emergency services, referrals and case management of basic necessities to low income families and individuals of all racial and ethnic groups. Diapers, low income Star Tran monthly passes, Volunteer Income Tax Assistance, and holiday gift giving programs are offered Emergency rental or utility bill payment assistance to American Indian persons with eviction or disconnect notices may be provided, funds permitting.

FOOD PROGRAMS include commodity food to elderly, and pregnant women, or mothers with young children to age 6 on a monthly basis. Perishable food distribution is held twice weekly on Tuesdays at 1pm and Thursdays at 10am. Emergency food pantry applications accepted Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 1-3pm. Senior Diner's lunch served daily from 11:30am-12:30pm, free of charge.

HOUSING PROGRAM based in the city of Lincoln this program has over 142 units of rental housing for low-income families, elderly and handicapped residents. The housing properties include three complexes for the elderly and two for low-income. These units are managed by a private management company and Indian Center, Inc.

INFORMATION AND REFERRAL to local human service agencies and tribally-operated programs for specialized services, legal services to Nebraska Commission on Indian Affairs, tribal legal services, or pro bono legal services and area senior citizens.

NEBRASKA INDIAN HEALTHY MARRIAGE PROJECT is designed to increase the number of Native American children raised by two parents in a healthy relationship through the use of culturally appropriate training materials. This project will help couples and individuals develop the skills and knowledge needed to form and sustain a healthy relationship.

NEBRASKA URBAN INDIAN CIRCLE OF CARE PROJECT will provide the urban Indian communities of Lincoln and Omaha with tools and resources to plan and design a holistic, community-based system of care to support mental health and wellness for their children, youth and families. Families and youth will work in partnership with public and private organizations to design mental health services and supports that are effective, that build on the strengths of individuals and address each person's cultural needs.

SMALL BUSINESS RESOURCE CENTER provides basic business development services for low-income persons, minorities, women and all racial/ethnic groups, new or existing businesses and refers clients to Nebraska Business Development Center for specialized services.

Good Neighbor Community Center

Services: CLOTHING - clients may shop once every two months for clothes and household items

BEDDING

KITCHENWARE and various household items

DIAPERS are available through the Diaper Club once a month

PERISHABLES - bread and produce are distributed on Monday and Wednesday mornings from 10:00 to noon

EMERGENCY FOOD PANTRIES at no cost to low-income, homeless and refugee families; clients may shop at the food pantry once a month.

BABY food/formula as available

COMPUTER CLASSES and online assistance for food stamps

VITA SITE for income tax assistance

RIDE FOR EIGHT SITE

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE program

ESL tutors are available through Lincoln Literacy Council to instruct clients on site

GRANDPARENT CHRISTMAS ROOM - during the month of December low income grandparents can shop for Christmas gifts for their grandchildren; Call for appointments - dates TBD; last year's participants cannot participate this year

MENA Hope Project provides assistance to Middles East and North African immigrants and refugees ESL, computer, citizenship and parenting classes available Free child care available while clients are attending classes

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES - Call Sharonda Claypool at 402-477-4173

PROGRAM receives merchandise through donations, so availability may be limited; donations are accepted at the loading dock on the backside of building Mon-Thu 8 am-4 pm, Fri 8 am-2 pm

THANKSGIVING FOOD Please bring photo ID or Center card AND a piece of mail with your name and current address on it to receive food items and $10 grocery store voucher.
Saturday, November 19th 10 am-4 pm
Sunday, November 20st 1 pm-4 pm
Monday, November 21st 4 pm-7 pm

INFORMATION AND REFERRAL helps individuals and families find community resources for housing, food, clothing, and other needs

HEALTH HUB assists individuals with chronic health conditions find a health home with a medical clinic or physician

TRUCKLOADS OF HELP program for non-profit human services agencies provides resources such as personal care products, clothing, household items, and office supplies; agencies must work closely with low-income families, youth, and individuals

LEGISLATIVE DATABASE and Coalition of Agencies advocates for systemic changes for low-income ad under-represented populations by monitoring legislative issues, helping agencies, organizations and churches interested in advocacy, and providing links to local, state and national web sites which provide information on low-income issues, immigration, and other relevant topics

TOYLAND FOR KIDS Pre-registration is necessary. Applications due Dec 1st Applications can be picked up at one of the food sites or the Center for People in Need main office. You will need to bring a piece of mail with the parents or guardians name on it and your current address. Identification or Service Point client card. Program serves newborn to age 18.
Saturday, December 17th 10 am-4 pm
Sunday, December 18th 1 pm-4 pm
Monday, December 19th 4 pm-7 pm

JOBS SKILL TRAINING PROGRAM provides hands on job skills training for low-income participants in the area of receptionist, forklift, warehouse work, janitorial, computers, retail stocking and others Participants must be low-income and willing to work in a real work setting

TOOLS FOR EDUCATION provides schools supplies and backpacks to school age children grades K-12 To qualify applicants must fill out an application, bring identification, a piece of mail with current name and mailing address on it and proof of everyone in household; 2012 event is Saturday, August 4, 10 am-3 pm, and Monday, August 6, 3 pm-7 pm

GED, ESL, and computer classes are available for qualifying individuals Open computer lab for the public Please call for dates and times

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES for individuals and groups interested in helping with one time events or on a regular basis Call for more information.

Lincoln Lancaster Senior Center

Services: ONE STOP SERVICE for older persons, located at the Aging Partners headquarters

CONGREGATE MEALS

TRANSPORTATION is provided to senior centers within a specific boundary area for senior center activities. Call the office for details, 402-441-7158. If you would like to use the van, the charge is only $1 each way ($2 round trip). Call 402-441-7863 the day before you need the van to schedule your pick up time.

USDA COMMODITIES distributed monthly; to register or pick them up, call 402-438-5231. To register for the first time, please bring a photo ID and proof of income. If seniors are unable to pick up their own, call the center manager and ask that the commodities be signed for.

MY CENTER NEWS is filled with monthly activities and events. These newsletters are available and free at each local senior center or by mail for a subscription rate of $6 a year. Call 402-441-7154 for details.

Carol M Yoakum Family Resource

Services: Offers A Variety Of Services Including Monthly Food And Clothing Distribution, Family Nights Neighborhood Events, Summer Youth Enrichment Classes, Summer Food Program, Low Income Bus Passes, Information And Referral, And A Computer Center.senior Coffee Club Meets Weekly On Wednesdays Starting At 9:00 And A Program Begins At 9:30. Programs Vary But Generally Topics Of Interest To Seniors Or Topics Proposed By The Group.lead Agency For Arnold Elementary Community Learning Center.child Care - See Separate Listing.meeting Space And Volunteer Opportunities Available.

This is for anyone who thinks it's still fun to play foolish word games - even after I told you: The Name and the Spirit are Holy. They cannot be looked at, spoken, used, or touched. You cannot even come close.

-- Michael

I read the news today oh boy
About a lucky man who made the grade
And though the news was rather sad
Well I just had to laugh
I saw the photograph.
He blew his mind out in a car
He didn't notice that the lights had changed
A crowd of people stood and stared
They'd seen his face before
Nobody was really sure
If he was from the House of Lords.

So what exactly is a stroke? The National Stroke Association (NSA) describes it as a "brain attack." There are two types of strokes: When a brain aneurysm bursts or a weakened blood vessel leaks, and when a blood clot blocks blood flow to the brain. This deprives brain cells of oxygen and kills them.

..."You say you're a winner, but man your just a sinner now...Stroke!"

Woe to the world for the causes of sin. These stumbling blocks must come, but woe to the man through whom they come! If your hand or your foot causes you to fall into sin, cut it off and throw it away. It is better for you to enter life crippled or lame than to have two hands and two feet and be thrown into the eternal fire. And if your eye causes you to sin, gouge it out and throw it away. It is better for you to enter life with one eye than to have two eyes and be thrown into the fire of hell.

But whosoever shall say, Thou fool, shall be in danger of hell fire.

It isn't my job to prevent anyone from destroying themselves - my hands are still clean. Who smells burnt toast?

-- Michael

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